2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Starlet 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 290 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 995 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. 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 1982 Toyota Starlet. 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 40 L |
