1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Corolla | Ram |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2790 mm |
