The 1990 Dodge Mini Ram, the latest model year on record, is 183.1″ long, 69.3″ wide and 68.5″ tall on a 115.7″ wheelbase, and weighs 2,948 lb. At 15.3 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 2.7 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every Dodge Mini Ram generation, measured
The biggest change came in 1988: the new car was 7.1″ longer and 51 lb lighter than the 1987 one.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 176″ | 70.9″ | 66.5″ | 112.2″ | 2,842 lb |
| 1988–1990 | 183.1″ | 70.9″ | 68.5″ | 115.7″ | 2,791 lb |
Mini Ram year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 183.1″ | 69.3″ | 115.7″ | 2 | |
| 1989 | 183.1″ | 70.9″ | 115.7″ | 2 | |
| 1988 | 183.1″ | 70.9″ | 115.7″ | 2 | |
| 1987 | 176″ | 70.9″ | 112.2″ | 2 |
Will a Mini Ram fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 15.3 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 15.3 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 5.8 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Among the 1,121 cars within 10″ of its length, the Mini Ram is lighter than 83% and has a longer wheelbase than 96%.
| Measure | This car | Typical of 1,121 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 69.3″ | 72″ | −2.7″ |
| Wheelbase | 115.7″ | 107.1″ | +8.6″ |
| Curb weight | 2,948 lb | 3,567 lb | −619 lb |
Mini Ram against its rivals
Next to the BMW M5, Chevrolet Celebrity and Audi 5000, the Mini Ram is the shortest of the four.
| Model | Model year | Length | Width | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Mini Ram (this car) | 1990 | 183.1″ | 69.3″ | 2,948 lb |
| BMW M5 | 1988 | 189″ | 66.9″ | 3,419 lb |
| Chevrolet Celebrity | 1990 | 190.9″ | 69.3″ | 2,888 lb |
| Audi 5000 | 1988 | 192.9″ | 71.3″ | 2,989 lb |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 1990 Mini Ram bigger than the 1989?
No. The 1990 and 1989 Mini Ram are the same size.
Which is bigger, the Mini Ram or the BMW M5?
The 1988 BMW M5 is 5.9″ longer and 471 lb heavier than the 1990 Mini Ram.
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