2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1984 Ford GT
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford GT would be higher. At 6,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1984 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 2019 kg more than 1984 Ford GT. 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 1984 Ford GT. 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 @ 1400 RPM) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1984 Ford GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6688 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2590 mm |
