1980 Toyota Century vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Century weights approximately 141 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Century. 1980 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Century | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Century | Ranger |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3375 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3198 mm |