1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 36 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Ranger |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3133 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |