1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 151 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3198 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 74 L |
