1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Camaro. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 625 kg more than 1981 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 1981 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Camaro. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1981 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ram | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 4375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
