1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 205 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
