2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (351 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 579 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | SSR | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
