1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1995 Rover 800
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 800 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 56 more horse power than 1995 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 576 kg more than 1995 Rover 800. 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 1995 Rover 800. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1995 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Ram | 800 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
