1975 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1357 kg more than 1975 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 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 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Carina | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Carina | Ram |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3569 mm |