2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina 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 (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 599 kg more than 1996 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
