1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1989 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Vivace 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 159 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1989 Fiat Vivace. 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 1989 Fiat Vivace. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1989 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2230 mm |
