2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II 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 239 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 550 kg more than 1979 Toyota Mark II. 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2590 mm |
