2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 765 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2170 mm |
