1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 252 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Charger | Ram |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3070 mm |
