2004 Dodge Ram vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1568 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Ram | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2290 mm |