2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1970 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1542 kg more than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. 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 1970 Nissan Fairlady. 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 (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 652 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 1970 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Fairlady |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6690 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2310 mm |