1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1173 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. (358 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Camaro | Ram |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3580 mm |
