1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 42 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 231 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1083 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 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 2011 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Challenger | Defender |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
