1997 Ford Ranger vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 337 kg more than 1997 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Ranger | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | GT-R |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 538 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 628 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |