1952 Triumph Renown vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1952 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Triumph Renown | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Triumph | Dodge |
| Model | Renown | Ram |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3569 mm |
