1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 37 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Challenger | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
