1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 41 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 158 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Challenger | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
