1964 Vauxhall Cresta vs. 2010 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1964 Vauxhall Cresta.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Vauxhall Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Ram.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Vauxhall Cresta 2010 Dodge Ram
Make Vauxhall Dodge
Model Cresta Ram
Year Released 1964 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3294 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 140 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 88.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 5320 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 98 L


 

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