A Mopar muscle car is regarded as a high-performance vehicle manufactured by this automaker.
You might have come across it in magazines or saw it somewhere else – Mopar – but what does it mean, and is there any meaning attached to it. The name “Mopar” has been in existence since the 1920s and stands for Motor and Parts. This term refers to different vehicles and parts that the popular Chrysler was selling.
Here in this piece, we look at the 5 best Mopar muscle cars that would interest you to know.
The name Super Bee was derived from the car’s body chassis – Chrysler B-body chassis. Though the Dodge Coronet Super Bee wasn’t the only Mopar car produced this year, it was one of Chrysler's products that added to the brand’s reputation. This, with other products from the automaker this year, made 1970 a good year for Mopar.
The muscle car came at a time when car enthusiasts were yarning for a more economical performance car. The car was offered at an appealing price.
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The Hemi’Cuda is now one of the collectors' valuable items, though only a few units were produced. This car muscle car was powered by a 7.0-liter V8 engine capable of producing 425 bhp. At its release, the car quickly gained traction and made many sales, which was a success for Barracuda.
No list of the best Mopar muscle car is complete without the Plymouth Superbird, but the 1970 year model was outstanding. The 2-door Coupe car was equipped with one of Chrysler's most significant engines – the Hemi V8 engine – and a signature wing in the back. The car garnered excellent reviews as it performed excellent well in motorsports, including NASCAR.
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The GTX came with two engine options: the 7.0 and 7.2-liter V8, which were Plymouth’s most significant engines. Though the vehicle was a great choice for smooth handling and excellent performance, it didn’t gain much traction as it was released at the same time as the Roadrunner, Barracuda, and Superbird. However, this doesn’t mean that the car didn’t have its place on the market.
The 1970 Chrysler was released to meet the requirements of a sturdy performance car. Though only 501 units were produced and sold, it turned out to be a great choice of a performance car. However, not all Mopar enthusiasts took it for an original Chrysler 300.
The term “Mopar” stands for motor and parts manufactured by the Chrysler. A Mopar muscle car is regarded as a high-performance vehicle manufactured by this automaker.
Mopar is a popular manufacturer of original equipment and is a reputable supplier of parts for the Dodge, Ram, and Jeep vehicle lines.
The 2021 Dodge Challenger Mopar Drag Pak is the quickest Mopar car ever manufactured. The car came equipped with a supercharged 354-cubic-inch HEMI V8 engine.
Several muscle cars have hit the automotive market, but only a few have gained outstanding traction. One muscle car that has gained the interest of most muscle car enthusiasts is the Dodge Challenger. This honor was withdrawn from the Mustang ZL1 1LE in June 2017.
The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro was awarded the safest muscle car after earning incredible ratings in most safety metrics. Though other cars that competed against the Camaro performed well, the Camaro stood out. The only area where it didn’t earn an acceptable rating in roof strength.
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| Rank | Company | Country |
|---|---|---|
| #1 |  Volkswagen |
Germany |
| #2 |  Toyota |
Japan |
| #3 |  Stellantis |
Netherlands |
| #4 |  Mercedes-Benz Group |
Germany |
| #5 |  Ford Motor |
United States |
| Rank | Company | Country |
|---|---|---|
| #1 |  Michelin |
France |
| #2 |  Bridgestone |
Japan |
| #3 |  Continental |
Germany |
| #4 |  Goodyear |
United States |
| #5 |  Sumitomo |
Japan |
