2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century 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 203 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 1970 Toyota Century 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 1970 Toyota Century. 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Century. 1970 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1970 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2870 mm |
