1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (101 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 460 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Fourtrak TDX | Ram |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2790 mm |
