2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona 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 116 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona. 1980 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
