2001 Ford Ranger vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 944 (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 500 kg more than 1989 Porsche 944.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ranger | 944 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 66 L |
