2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1974 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Century.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Century. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Century. (271 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1974 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Century |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2870 mm |
