1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 385 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ranger | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
