2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 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 280 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 767 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 53 L |
