2003 Dodge Ram vs. 1989 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Supra 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 299 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 714 kg more than 1989 Toyota Supra. 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 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Supra. (259 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Ram | 1989 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Supra |
Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 732 Nm | 259 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 91 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |