1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Mazda Midge
To start off, both 1998 Dodge Ram and 1998 Mazda Midge were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 106 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Midge. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1104 kg more than 1998 Mazda Midge. 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 1998 Mazda Midge. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1998 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | Midge |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
