Dodge RAM 250 Conventional Cab Long Bed (D/W) D250 5.9 V8 (175 Hp)


Overall Rating

7 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.8 / 5
Value 3.5 / 5
Performance 3.5 / 5
Comfort 2.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Dodge RAM:

The Ram pickup is a full-size pickup truck manufactured by Stellantis North America and marketed from 2010 onwards under the Ram Trucks brand. The current fifth-generation Ram debuted at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, in January of that year.
Previously, Ram was part of the Dodge line of light trucks. The Ram name was introduced in October 1980 for model year 1981, when the Dodge D series pickup trucks and B series vans were rebranded, though the company had used a ram's-head hood ornament on some trucks as early as 1933....(Read more on Wikipedia)

250 Conventional Cab Long Bed (D/W) Overview:

Dodge RAM (250 Conventional Cab Long Bed (D/W)). With 353 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 3 makes it ideal for daily use.

D250 5.9 V8 (175 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

Offering a slight bump in horsepower and more importantly, increased torque from its larger displacement 5.9L V8 (360 cubic inches), this engine was better suited for heavier loads and more demanding towing tasks.

Fuel Economy

Even less fuel-efficient than its 5.2L counterpart, the 5.9L V8 prioritized raw power and torque over economy, resulting in very high fuel consumption.

Best Use Case: Heavy-duty towing, commercial applications, and situations requiring maximum grunt from a gasoline engine in this generation.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Robust and durable construction
  • • Powerful V8 engine options for the era
  • • Simple, easy-to-maintain mechanicals
  • • Classic American truck styling
  • • High utility for hauling and towing

Cons:

  • • Very poor fuel economy
  • • Basic interior and limited comfort features
  • • Outdated safety features by modern standards
  • • Rough ride quality when unladen
  • • Lack of modern amenities

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Dodge
Model:RAM
Generation:250 Conventional Cab Long Bed (D/W)
Modification (Engine):D250 5.9 V8 (175 Hp)
Start of production:1981
End of production:1988
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Pick-up
Seats:3
Doors:2
Engine:
Power:175 Hp @ 4000 rpm.
Power per litre:29.7 Hp/l
Torque:353 Nm @ 2000 rpm.
Engine displacement:5899
Number of cylinders:8
Engine configuration:V-engine
Fuel injection system:Carburettor
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Engine oil capacity:5.6 l
Coolant:14.5 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:101.6 mm mm
Piston Stroke:90.93 mm mm
Compression ratio:8:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Space:
Fuel tank capacity:76 l
Size:
Length:5354 mm mm
Width:2019 mm mm
Wheelbase:3327 mm mm
Width including mirrors:2019 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of gears4
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesDisc, 298.45x31.75 mm
Rear brakesDrum, 254x63.5 mm
Steering typeCone worm with recirculation balls
Tires size195/75 R15
Wheel rims size5.5J x 15
Front suspensionIndependent coil spring
Rear suspensionRigid axle suspension, Leaf spring

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