2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Riley 4 would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 602 kg more than 1970 Riley 4. 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 Riley 4. 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 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1970 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Riley |
| Model | Ram | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 45 L |
