1968 Honda S600 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1968 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600. 1998 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1968 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1968 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S600 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | S600 | Ram |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 5208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2790 mm |