1969 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Challenger is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Challenger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 1196 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica. 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, 2010 Dodge Challenger (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Publica | 2010 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Publica | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 790 cc | 6100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
