2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Carina 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 236 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 365 kg more than 1990 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |