1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 2011 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 2011 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3193 mm |
