1970 Dodge Challenger vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1997 Toyota Supra is newer by 27 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 204 kg more than 1970 Dodge Challenger. 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Dodge Challenger | 1997 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Challenger | Supra |
Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |