2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
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 Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1657 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Tercel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2510 mm |
