1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, both 1998 Dodge Ram and 1998 Rover 75 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 610 kg more than 1998 Rover 75. 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 75. 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 (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75. 1998 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Ram | 1998 Rover 75 | |
Make | Dodge | Rover |
Model | Ram | 75 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |