1996 Dodge Ram vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1996 Dodge Ram is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Ram weights approximately 411 kg more than 1971 Toyota Publica.
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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Ram | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Publica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2170 mm |
