2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown 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 264 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1484 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. 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 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2700 mm |
