2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1613 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 636 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 713 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |