1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Ranger |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3193 mm |