2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1970 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. (128 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1183 kg more than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota 2000GT has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota 2000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Charger | 1970 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Charger | 2000GT |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |