1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2012 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1226 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (37 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1970 Daihatsu Fellow has manual transmission. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Daihatsu Fellow 2012 Dodge Ram
Make Daihatsu Dodge
Model Fellow Ram
Year Released 1970 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 354 cc 5654 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 33 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 37 Nm 552 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 465 kg 1691 kg
Vehicle Length 3000 mm 5790 mm
Vehicle Width 1300 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2100 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 43 L 98 L


 

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