2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona 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 274 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1632 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. 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 1971 Toyota Corona. 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 719 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2440 mm |
