1997 Ford Ranger vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 1997 Ford Ranger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 760 (156 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Ranger weights approximately 70 kg more than 1983 Volvo 760.
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, 1983 Volvo 760 (234 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ranger | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Ranger | 760 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
