2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort 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 263 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 717 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2410 mm |
