1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Challenger | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Challenger | Defender |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |