1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2008 Toyota Condor is newer by 10 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 710 kg more than 2008 Toyota Condor.
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 @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Condor. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2008 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Condor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 1812 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
