1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica 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 66 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 960 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
