1998 Dodge Ram 1500 Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
1 of 6  Ram 1500 Club Cab Long Bed | 2 of 6  Ram 1500 Quad Cab Long Bed | 3 of 6  Ram 1500 Club Cab Short Bed | 4 of 6  Ram 1500 Regular Cab Short Bed | 5 of 6 Ram 1500 Quad Cab Short Bed | 6 of 6  Ram 1500 Regular Cab Long Bed | |||
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| Fair Market Price | $3,417 | $3,804 | $3,847 | $4,797 | $5,313 | $5,492 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 12/Hwy 17/Comb 14 MPG | City 11/Hwy 15/Comb 13 MPG | City 12/Hwy 17/Comb 14 MPG | City 11/Hwy 15/Comb 13 MPG | N/A | City 11/Hwy 15/Comb 13 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | ||
| Horsepower | 230 @ 4400 RPM | 230 @ 4400 RPM | 230 @ 4400 RPM | 230 @ 4400 RPM | 245 @ 4000 RPM | 230 @ 4400 RPM | ||
| Torque | 300 lb-ft | 300 lb-ft | 300 lb-ft | 300 lb-ft | 335 lb-ft | 300 lb-ft | ||
| Towing Capacity | 7,900 lbs | 7,900 lbs | 7,900 lbs | 8,100 lbs | 7,900 lbs | 8,100 lbs | ||
| Payload | 1,220 pounds | 1,095 pounds | 1,390 pounds | 1,805 pounds | 1,240 pounds | 1,670 pounds | ||
| Body Styles | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | Pickup | ||
| Engine | V8, 5.2 Liter | V8, 5.2 Liter | V8, 5.2 Liter | V8, 5.2 Liter | V8, 5.9 Liter | V8, 5.2 Liter | ||
| Curb Weight | 4,794 pounds | 4,794 pounds | 4,640 pounds | 4,093 pounds | 4,640 pounds | 4,233 pounds |
| Child Seat Anchors | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | ||
| Child Door Locks | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Torque | 300 @ 4400 RPM | 300 @ 4400 RPM | 300 @ 4400 RPM | 300 @ 4400 RPM | 335 @ 4000 RPM | 300 @ 4400 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Power Windows | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD | 2WD | 4WD | 4WD | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Bed Length | 8 feet | 8 feet | 6 feet | 6 feet | 6 feet | 8 feet | ||
| Curb Weight | 4794 pounds | 4794 pounds | 4640 pounds | 4093 pounds | 4640 pounds | 4233 pounds | ||
| EPA Total Interior | 111.2 cubic feet | Not Available | 111.2 cubic feet | 62.8 cubic feet | Not Available | Not Available | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 35 gallons | 35 gallons | 26 gallons | 26 gallons | 26 gallons | 35 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 40.2 inches | 40.2 inches | 40.2 inches | 40.2 inches | 40.2 inches | 40.2 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 41 inches | 41 inches | 41 inches | 41 inches | 41 inches | 41 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 7.5 inches | 7.5 inches | 7.5 inches | 7.6 inches | 7.5 inches | 7.6 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 240.1 inches | 240.1 inches | 220.1 inches | 204.1 inches | 220.1 inches | 224.1 inches | ||
| Payload Capacity | 1220 pounds | 1095 pounds | 1390 pounds | 1805 pounds | 1240 pounds | 1670 pounds | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 66.5 inches | 66 inches | 66 inches | 66 inches | 66.5 inches | 66 inches | ||
| Truck Bed Volume | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | 64 feet | ||
| Turning Diameter | 51.4 feet | 51.6 feet | 46.9 feet | 40.9 feet | 46.9 feet | 45.7 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 154.7 inches | 154.7 inches | 138.7 inches | 118.7 inches | 138.7 inches | 134.7 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 79.3 inches | 79.3 inches | 79.3 inches | 79.3 inches | 79.3 inches | 79.3 inches |
FAQs
Does the 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 have a turbo?
No, the 1998 Ram 1500 does not have any trim packages that offer a turbo engine at this time. For a more detailed look at the 1998 Ram 1500 specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 specs page.
Is the Dodge Ram 1500 underpowered?
It depends on your definition of underpowered. The 1998 Ram 1500 ranges in power from the Long Bed with 230 horsepower to the Short Bed with 245 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 1998 Ram 1500 specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 specs page.
How much horsepower does a 1998 Ram 1500 have?
The 1998 Ram 1500 ranges in power from the Long Bed with 230 horsepower to the Short Bed with 245 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 1998 Ram 1500 specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 specs page.