1994 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 67 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ.
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, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Alfa Romeo RZ | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | RZ | Ranger |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1684 mm |