1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1992 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. 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, 1992 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 1992 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2930 mm |
