1970 Dodge Challenger vs. 2000 Ford Artic
To start off, 2000 Ford Artic is newer by 30 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Artic (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Artic should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 118 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic.
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, 2000 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (233 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Challenger | 2000 Ford Artic | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Challenger | Artic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3200 mm |
