1984 Toyota Camry vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 397 kg more than 1984 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Toyota Camry | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Camry | Ranger |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3193 mm |