1994 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 252 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 2004 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Ranger |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |