1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 15 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 79 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 372 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo 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, 2010 Tata Sumo 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 (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Ranger | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2425 mm |
