1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 44 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 310 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 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 (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Challenger | Venza |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
