1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 15 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 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (287 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 505 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ram | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4495 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
