2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 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 (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 865 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2410 mm |
