2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet 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 276 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet. 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 Toyota Starlet. 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 70.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2310 mm |
