1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
