2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1197 kg more than 1972 Toyota Celica. 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 1972 Toyota Celica. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
