2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1974 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona 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 404 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1272 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. 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 (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dodge Ram 1974 Toyota Corona
Make Dodge Toyota
Model Ram Corona
Year Released 2006 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8276 cc 2189 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 500 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 712 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2472 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 5790 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3580 mm 2510 mm


 

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