1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1979 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Ford Ranchero. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Ranchero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 530 kg more than 1979 Ford Ranchero. 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (305 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Ranchero. (170 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Ranchero.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Ranger | 1979 Ford Ranchero | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Ranger | Ranchero |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1992 cc |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 925 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2300 mm |