2011 Dodge Ram vs. 1976 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1254 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Ram | 1976 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Dodge | Chrysler |
| Model | Ram | 1609 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2346 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5817 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3569 mm | 2670 mm |
