2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1973 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Fairlady 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 221 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1756 kg more than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1973 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2310 mm |
