2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR 420 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1987 TVR 420. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1987 TVR 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1143 kg more than 1987 TVR 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (713 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR 420. (393 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1987 TVR 420 | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Ram | 420 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 4225 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |
