1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 17 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, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-V weights approximately 72 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, 2012 Honda CR-V, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
