1996 Dodge Ram vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1996 Dodge Ram is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Renault Fregate would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Renault Fregate weights approximately 209 kg more than 1996 Dodge Ram.
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, 1996 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Renault Fregate. (131 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Ram | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2810 mm |
