1970 Dodge Challenger vs. 1975 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1975 Triumph Toledo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Challenger would be higher. 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 66 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 531 kg more than 1975 Triumph Toledo. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Challenger | 1975 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Challenger | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 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 | 1416 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
