2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 210 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. 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 1978 Toyota Corona. 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 (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 664 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5883 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2530 mm |
