2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 895 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2340 mm |
