2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (212 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 728 kg more than 1973 Ford Fairlane. 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 1973 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2950 mm |
