2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1968 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Riley 4 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1968 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1968 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1968 Riley 4. 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 1968 Riley 4. 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 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1968 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Riley |
| Model | Ram | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
