2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
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 Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1588 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2270 mm |
