1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 38 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 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (351 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 820 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Challenger | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 96 L |
