1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (159 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 165 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Ranger |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |