1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. 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 23 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. 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 1990 Honda Civic. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Ram | 1990 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Ram | Civic |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2310 mm |