2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti 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 323 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 733 kg more than 1978 Avanti Avanti. 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 (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Dodge | Avanti |
Model | Ram | Avanti |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 6568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 713 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2780 mm |