2000 Dodge Ram vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Dodge Ram is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1321 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Ram | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Publica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2270 mm |
