2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 904 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. 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 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 98 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 | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2340 mm |
