1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1996 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 218 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 1996 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Ranger | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
