2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica 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 94 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
