1999 Dodge Ram vs. 1993 Toyota Century
To start off, 1999 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Century. 1993 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Ram | 1993 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Century |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2870 mm |
