1971 Dodge Challenger vs. 1970 Ford Capri
To start off, 1971 Dodge Challenger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 367 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri.
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 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Challenger. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Challenger | 1970 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Challenger | Capri |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
