1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 43 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 60 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (291 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Challenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Challenger | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
