2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Crown weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 1969 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
