2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1970 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1970 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | S600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 35 L |
