2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1618 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cherry. 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 (713 Nm) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2340 mm |
