1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 81 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Challenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Challenger | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
