1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, both 1998 Dodge Ram and 1998 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 486 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Ram | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Ram | S80 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3905 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |