1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Rover 200

To start off, both 1998 Dodge Ram and 1998 Rover 200 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 71 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1998 Rover 200. 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 Rover 200. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Dodge Ram 1998 Rover 200
Make Dodge Rover
Model Ram 200
Year Released 1998 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3906 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 173 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 2030 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2510 mm


 

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