1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2011 Lancia Voyager is newer by 16 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 715 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.
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, 2011 Lancia Voyager, 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, 2011 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2011 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Ranger | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3078 mm |
