1997 Dodge RAM 1500 Specs

The Dodge Ram is a full-size pickup made by Chrysler. The 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 had the lightest gross vehicle weight rating--at about 6,000 lbs.--of any Ram pickup truck when it was introduced

Sizes

The 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 came in several regular cab versions and club cab (also known as an extended cab) versions. All Ram 1500 pickups had either a 6.5-foot bed or an 8-foot bed.

Performance

The 1500 had a 3.9-liter, V6 engine. It could achieve between 19 and 21 miles per gallon on the highway. The truck's power was rated at 130 kW, 175-horsepower at 4,800 rpm.

Exterior

The 1997 Ram 1500 had an overall length of 200 inches. Its width spanned 79.2 inches, with a height of 72 inches, a wheelbase of 119 inches and a gross vehicle weight rating of 6,386 lbs. The latter is the truck's total weight limit when fully loaded.

Interior

Inside, the Ram had 41 inches of front headroom, 41 inches of front legroom and total cargo area length of 82 inches. Truck's features included power steering and bench seating for three, with vinyl seat upholstery.

Handling

The 1997 Ram 1500 came with an anti-lock brake system, two disc brakes and a wishbone front suspension with a beam rear suspension.

References

• InternetAutoguide.com: 1997 Dodge Ram specifications.
• MSN Autos: 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 Specs and Features.
• FuelEconomy.gov: 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup 4WD Fuel Economy.