2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 871 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |