1973 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina 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 291 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 741 kg more than 1973 Toyota Carina. 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 1973 Toyota Carina. 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 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Carina | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Carina | Ram |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 552 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3560 mm |