1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2000 Dodge Ram is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1366 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Marcos 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500. 2000 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1966 Marcos 1500 has manual transmission. 1966 Marcos 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Marcos | Dodge |
| Model | 1500 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2790 mm |
