1970 Dodge Challenger vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 41 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 619 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, 2011 Hyundai Equus (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Challenger | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Challenger | Equus |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3045 mm |
