1970 Dodge Challenger vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 43 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 324 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Dodge Challenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Challenger. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Challenger | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Challenger | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3246 mm |
