1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 576 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
