2002 Dodge Ram vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2002 Dodge Ram is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Ram (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1971 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, 2002 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Ram | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2340 mm |
