2003 Dodge Ram vs. 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1369 kg more than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. (145 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Lotus Cortina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
