1979 Toyota Century vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Century.
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, 1979 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Ram. 1979 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Century | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Century | Ram |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3376 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2900 mm |