1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (350 HP @ 3013 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1687 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Hyundai | Dodge |
| Model | Euro 1 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 2000 mm |
