1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 271 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier. 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 (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Challenger | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
