2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 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 (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 968. (241 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1351 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | 968 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 92 L |
