A classic Mopar small-block proved that smart power, low weight, and real-world speed could matter more than Hemi fame.

Though not powered by mighty big blocks like the legendary 426 HEMI, these five Mopars became muscle car icons thanks to their potent small-block V8s. During the golden age of muscle cars, Mopars ...

When the same motor is engine dyno tested and chassis dyno tested, a different tune is needed to produce the most efficient power. Once installed in the car, the vehicle's accessories, exhaust, and ...

In automotive nomenclature, small-block V8 engines are typically physically smaller than their big-block counterparts, hence the nickname. With some exceptions, the piston bores, stroke, cylinder head ...

Two of Mopar’s most extreme engines—the 1970 high-output V8 convertible and the 1990s Dodge Spirit R/T turbo four—were so aggressive they nearly failed corporate approval. Both faced internal ...