2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1989 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Century 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 192 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 543 kg more than 1989 Toyota Century. 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 1989 Toyota Century. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Century. 1989 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1989 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Century |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2870 mm |
