2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1979 Ford Capri
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1382 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri. 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 (691 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1979 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Capri |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |
