2000 Ford Ranger vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Ford Ranger is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Ranger (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Century weights approximately 132 kg more than 2000 Ford Ranger.
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, 2000 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Century. (217 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Ranger | Century |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
