1995 Toyota Supra vs. 2012 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Supra. (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 922 kg more than 1995 Toyota Supra. 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 1995 Toyota Supra. 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 (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Supra. (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Supra.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Toyota Supra 2012 Dodge Ram
Make Toyota Dodge
Model Supra Ram
Year Released 1995 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2997 cc 6690 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3013 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 827 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 2537 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 6300 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 2000 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 4080 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 129 L


 

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