2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 46 L |
