2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1986 Hyundai Excel
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Hyundai Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Hyundai Excel 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 (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1986 Hyundai Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1368 kg more than 1986 Hyundai Excel. 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 1986 Hyundai Excel. 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Hyundai Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1986 Hyundai Excel | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Ram | Excel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2390 mm |
