1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza 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 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 135 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 106 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Because 1969 Dodge Challenger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Dodge Challenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Challenger | Venza |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
