2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa 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 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 935 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2510 mm |
