Dodge Rampage
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| Dodge Rampage/Plymouth Scamp | |
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| Manufacturer: | Chrysler |
| Production: | 1982–1984 |
| Class: | Compact pickup truck |
| Predecessor: | Dodge A100 |
| Platform: | FF Chrysler L platform |
| Related: | Dodge Charger Dodge Omni |
| Competitors: | VW Rabbit Pickup Chevrolet S10 Ford Ranger Chevrolet El Camino |
| Body Styles: | 2-door pickup truck |
| Engines: | 2.2 L K I4 |
The Dodge Rampage was a compact pickup truck based on Chrysler's L platform. First released as a 1982 model it was later given an American stable mate of Plymouth Scamp. It was only produced from 1982 to 1984.
Available with a front wheel drive 2.2 L carbureted straight-4 engine with 96 hp (71 kW) and a curb weight of around 2400 lb (1089 kg). In the first year it had leisurely performance due to the 4-speed manual transmission.
Performance was improved with the introduction of a 5-speed manual transmission in 1983. The truck had a load capacity of 1145 lb (520 kg), for a true "half ton" rating. This compared favorably to General Motors' Chevrolet El Camino.
The Dodge Rampage was based on the popular Dodge Omni and Plymouth Horizon. Their high gasoline mileage and modest price were good for the time, but the Rampage was removed from production in 1984 after just two years.