2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa 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 (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1764 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. 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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |
