1999 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 795 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Ram | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
