2000 Ford Ranger vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2000 Ford Ranger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ranger. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944. 1988 Porsche 944 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Porsche 944 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ranger | 944 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2390 mm |
