2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
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 Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |
