1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2011 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2011 Mazda B2300 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 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 606 kg more than 2011 Mazda B2300. 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 (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2011 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Challenger | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
