1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Golf 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 119 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1236 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Ram | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Ram | Golf |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2340 mm |