2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1994 GMC Typhoon
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 GMC Typhoon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1994 GMC Typhoon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 802 kg more than 1994 GMC Typhoon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1994 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1994 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1994 GMC Typhoon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Ram | Typhoon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2560 mm |
