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The 1970 Dodge Challenger was the first generation produced of this iconic vehicle. Though it was manufactured to compete directly with the Ford Mustang and Chevy Camaro it was in its own right a unique vehicle that has garnered a wide variety of enthusiasts from a myriad of different demographics. The Chrysler corporation which owns Dodge had another muscle car in production that year as well, which was the Plymouth Barracuda. Both of these vehicles were considered to have the "E" body styles. Both cars were produced with a great variety of different trim and optional equipment which made them highly desirable.

While the original "pony car" the Ford Mustang was first manufactured in 1964, it took Chrysler the better part of a decade to offer the Challenger. Though it was a relatively late comer, the company designed it to be the most powerful car in its class, and many models were actually more comparable to the Mercury Cougar and Pontiac Firebird than the more affordable Mustangs and Camaros. Interesting features of the 1970 Dodge Challenger include a longer wheel base than the competitions, and an extremely refined and luxury themed interior which truly out-competed both Ford and Chevy's models.

Hardtop models were produced as one body style and were offered on the T/A (Trans Am), Challenger Six and Challenger V8 models. Only one trim package was offered as a convertible, which was the R/T or Road and Track edition. Another interesting fact to note is that the following year there would be no convertibles produced, making the '70 R/T very collectible with modern day enthusiasts. On base models there was only one engine offered, the 3.7 liter 6 cylinder with 225 cubic inches. As optional equipment the other models could come with an 5.2 liter V8, 318 cubic inch, and capable of up to 230 horsepower. There was also a 6.3 liter V8 with 383 cu. in. and 290 horsepower. Enthusiasts looking for a premium Challenger seem to prefer one of the V8 engines over any other.

R/T models were designed as the high end performance package and came with their own standard engine. These models had a 383 CID Magnum which was a V8 capable of producing up to 335 horsepower. All of the previously listed smaller engines came with a 3 speed manual transmission except for the 6.3 liter V8 which was produced with a 4 speed manual. R/T models were forced to utilize the 3 speed manual transmission due to the extreme drop in compression associated with them.

Compared with Ford's Mustang and the Chevy Camaro, similar 1970 Dodge Challenger models were either as fast or faster. This was because the manufacturer produced each comparable model with a slightly larger engine than any of the competitors. The standard equipment actually made these vehicles closer in relation to higher end models like the Mercury Cougar and Pontiac Thunderbird, although it lacks in most categories with those cars.

While they weren't heralded as much as the Mustang while in production, subsequent decades have seen the Challenger, and especially 1970 models become extremely popular. Being that they were offered with such a wide variety of body styles, colors, and engines enthusiasts find that it is relatively easy to find parts and refurbish these cars. Those factors, combined with the superb drivability make these cars some of the most iconic vehicles ever produced.

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Top 5 American Muscle Cars

We have here come up with a list of muscle cars that ruled America during the spurge of the Muscle cars in America. Though these cars had very much of Americana in it, it surely did garner more fan-following in the rest of the world. Muscle car fans in India also have drooled over these cars thanks to their over exposure in the Hollywood movies. Here are the top 5 muscle cars that whole of the world drooled over in general and America in particular.

Ford Mustang

This car certainly has all the rights to stay on top of this list as this car was the pioneer of the muscle cars and this was the car which was the original Muscle car and Pony Car. It is Ford's second oldest nameplate currently in production next to the F-Series pickup truck line. The Mustang was Ford's most successful launch since the Model A. This car was the only car that allowed you to customize the car to your needs and it had a cheap price tag. It was available in hardtop and convertible versions and you had a choice of three V8 engine sizes up to 271 horsepower, four speed transmissions.

Chevrolet Camaro

This car with its meaner look surely became a rage when it hit the stands became a high seller. The most fascinating thing about this car was that customer had a choice of either a big block V8 or a smaller version of the same engine according to how much power the driver wanted in his car. This car was available as a 2-door, 2+2 seating, coupe or convertible.

Dodge Charger

This car became a extremely popular wanna-own car when the American TV show, the Dukes of Hazard was first aired. This again hit as a chart buster when the same version of the car was used in the movie of the same name. This beauty could seat 6 people and was powered by a big block of 426 in HEMI 2x4bbl RB V8 engine that was a rarity. Hollywood flick Bullit also featured a similar car.

Dodge Challenger

The Challenger is described in a book about 1960s American cars as Dodge's “answer to the Mustang and Camaro.” With this car you could get a hardtop or a convertible version and either a road/track version or the luxury version. The typical engine was a slant 6, but you could upgrade to a V8 engine. The wheelbase, at 110 inches, was two inches longer than the Barracuda, and the Dodge differed substantially from the Plymouth in its outer sheetmetal, much as the Cougar differed from the shorter-wheelbase Ford Mustang.

Chevrolet Chevelle

Chevy Chevelle appeared to be a low key car with none of the fancy mark ups of that generation, but in actuality it was one of the fast cars on the road. In 1969 the SS option could be ordered on the 300 Deluxe 2-door Sport Coupe and 2-door sedan as well as the Malibu 2-door Sport Coupe, convertible, and El Camino. All '69 Chevelles also got a new locking steering column and SS option included the 396/402 as the base engine keeping the option alive as a performance-oriented choice. V8 optional engines could also be ordered and became more of a dress-up option than a performance option.

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What classic muscle cars currently have revamped conceptual designs or have been recently released?

We have the Mustang, Camaro, Challenger, Barracuda, GTO & Firebird (can't find any good pictures), Roadrunner, and the Charger as far as I know. Where can I find a list of all the remade models whether production or conceptual and where can I find some good pictures?

I can't think i've ever seen a list of re-born muscle cars but your list is pretty complete. I don't remember the Barracuda or the firebird being re-done. The screaming chicken is unlikely with Pontiac being on the chopping block.
There are a few un-notable honorable mentions you left out. The Chevy Nova (re-introduced as a sub-compact), the Monte Carlo SS, the Malibu, the Impala SS and the el Camino (SSR).
I heard that they were considering a rendering on the Buick Grand National but who knows.

Mopar club shows its muscles
Tim Bonnell bought his first Chrysler in December 1970, a Plymouth Barracuda.

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