1970 Buick GS vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 907 kg more than 1970 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | GS | Ram |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 4080 mm |
