The 1,025-hp Dodge Challenger Demon 170 delivers a decisive victory over a Chevy Camaro SS in a thrilling drag race.
With Stellantis facing uncertain times, the Dodge Challenger Demon 170 may serve as a final, explosive chapter in Mopar’s storied history. Known as the most powerful production Dodge Challenger, this 1,025-horsepower beast (on E85 fuel) has been dominating dragstrips across the country, proving it’s more than worthy of its “Last Call” special edition title.
Recently, at Mission Raceway Park (MRP) — fondly referred to as "Thunder by the River" — the Wheels Plus YouTube channel captured a thrilling quarter-mile race between a purple Dodge Challenger Demon 170 and a sixth-generation Chevy Camaro SS. With a striking design, complete with Demon graphics and a prominent “170” decal on the fender, this Demon was unmistakable and ready to dominate.
Despite the Camaro SS’s respected reputation on the dragstrip, the Demon 170’s raw power and lightning-fast start quickly overshadowed any competition. The quarter-mile times told the whole story: the Demon blasted through the track in 9.81 seconds, while the Camaro trailed at 12.37 seconds—a significant difference in drag racing terms. The Demon 170 didn’t just win; it left the Camaro in the dust.
The night didn’t end there. The Demon lined up again, this time against a vintage blue pickup truck. With an equally lopsided result of 10.01 seconds versus the truck’s 13.36 seconds, the Demon showcased its prowess, humorously widening the gap as it roared down the track.
The Demon 170 is not just another muscle car; it’s a final hurrah for Dodge’s V8 dominance before Stellantis shifts focus to electric models like the Dodge Charger Daytona EV. For now, however, it’s all about savoring this brutal, supercharged machine that reminds enthusiasts why Mopar will always be legendary. As new powerhouses like the 1,064-hp Chevy Corvette ZR1 emerge, the Demon 170 remains a thrilling icon of American muscle, offering an unforgettable farewell to ICE power.
