2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century 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 203 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 951 kg more than 1968 Toyota Century. 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1968 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 250 Nm |
| 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 | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
