1970 Dodge Challenger vs. 1970 Lotus Seven
To start off, both 1970 Dodge Challenger and 1970 Lotus Seven were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1970 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 880 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven. 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, 1970 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lotus Seven. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Dodge Challenger | 1970 Lotus Seven | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Challenger | Seven |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2240 mm |