1996 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Ram would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 837 kg more than 1996 Dodge Ram.
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, 1996 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. (342 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. 2010 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Ram | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Ram | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3010 mm |
