1988 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Ford Ranger. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Ranger | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Ranger | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2200 mm |
