2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina 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 (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1899 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2510 mm |
