1998 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1998 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. (121 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 855 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Cavalier | Ram |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2790 mm |