2001 Ford Ranger vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 484 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 911. 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (286 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Ranger | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Ranger | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 286 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2280 mm |