1996 Ford Ranger vs. 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1996 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 305 kg more than 1996 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, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Ranger | 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
Make | Ford | De Tomaso |
Model | Ranger | Longchamp |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |