1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Lotus Cortina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2560 mm |
