1970 Dodge Challenger vs. 1977 Rover 2600
To start off, 1977 Rover 2600 is newer by 7 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, 1977 Rover 2600 (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Rover 2600 should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 122 kg more than 1977 Rover 2600.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Rover 2600. (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Rover 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Challenger | 1977 Rover 2600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Challenger | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2820 mm |
