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What engine is in a 1990 Dodge Ramcharger?

The 1990 Dodge Ramcharger was a full-size SUV produced by Dodge. The engine that powered this vehicle was a 5.2-liter V8 engine, also known as the Magnum V8.


Detailed Engine Specifications


The 5.2-liter Magnum V8 engine in the 1990 Dodge Ramcharger had the following key specifications:



  • Displacement: 5.2 liters (318 cubic inches)

  • Configuration: V8 engine

  • Horsepower: 170 hp at 4,000 rpm

  • Torque: 270 lb-ft at 3,200 rpm

  • Fuel system: Electronic fuel injection

  • Transmission: 4-speed automatic


This engine was a popular choice for Dodge's full-size trucks and SUVs in the late 1980s and early 1990s, known for its reliable performance and durability.


Engine History and Variants


The 5.2-liter Magnum V8 was part of Dodge's LA engine family, which had been in production since the 1960s. Over the years, this engine was used in a variety of Dodge and Chrysler vehicles, including the Dodge Ram, Dodge Durango, and Jeep Grand Cherokee.


In addition to the 5.2-liter version, Dodge also offered larger 5.9-liter and 6.3-liter variants of the Magnum V8 engine in some of their heavier-duty models during this time period.

Which is faster 426 Hemi or 440 six pack?


The original 426 Hemi cars raced by the car magazines averaged 13.34 in a 1/4 mile race compared to the six pack's average time of 13.64. Although the Hemi is faster, the six pack can often take the Hemi in a shorter, stoplight to stoplight race.



How much can a 1990 Dodge Ramcharger tow?


It provides a 1,335- pound payload, has a folding rear seat, and offers up to 106 cubic feet of cargo room. Perfect for vacationing, Ramcharger 4x2 can tow up to 7,600 pounds with the optional Trailer Towing Prep Package and available 5.9-liter EFI 360 CID V-8 engine.



Did the Ramcharger come with a 440?


It was powered by a Chrysler LA engine and the most common was the 318 in (5.2 L) and the 360 in (5.9 L) and in the early years, the big-block RB 440 in (7.2 L) engines powered the Ramcharger. It was discontinued at the end of the 1993 model year in North America.



Is a 318 a good engine?


In the case of the 318 Mopar, there are rabid fans, but more as admirers of its anvil-like durability than breakneck performance. For most of its production life, the 318 was a bread-and-butter two-barrel economy offering.



What engine is in a 1990 Dodge Ram?


Standard power on the W150 "S" and W150 Conventional Cab model is a 3.9-liter EFI V-6 engine. W150 Club Cab models as well as W250 models feature a standard 5.2-liter EFI V-8, while the big W350 pickup and W250/350 chassis cabs offer a powerful 5.9-liter EFI V-8 as standard.



What engine is in a 1989 Dodge Ramcharger?


From 1981 through 1987, all models were carbureted, but in 1988, throttle-body fuel injection (TBI) was added to the 318 cu in (5.2 L) V8 engine. Fuel injection was added to the 360 cu in (5.9 L) V8 engine in 1989.



What are Ramchargers worth?


A: The average price of a Dodge Ramcharger is $20,204.



What engine did the Ramcharger have?


The All-New Ram 1500 Ramcharger delivers innovative performance with a liquid-cooled 92-kilowatt-hour battery pack paired with a 130-kilowatt generator. The 3.6L Pentastar® V6 engine generates mechanical power, which is converted to electrical power by the onboard generator for maximum efficiency.



How much horsepower does a 1990 Dodge 318 have?


I'm showing 170hp and 230lb ft of torque for your 1990 318. Gotta remember that back then, a truck wasn't a personal statement so much as a work tool. The shift came when the Chevy 454SS, the Syclone/Typhoon, and the Ford Lightning came around in the early/mid 90s.



What year did Dodge make the 440 engine?


The 440 first appeared in 1966, and before long it was available in both full-size sedans and coupes as well as the intermediate muscle machines that were entering their glory years.


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