2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1970 Honda S800
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S800 would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1970 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1970 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | S800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 35 L |
