2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1967 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1871 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1967 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 40 L |
