2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona 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 246 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1751 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |
