2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1960 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1658 kg more than 1960 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Ram | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 38 L |
