2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1111 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |
