2001 Ford Ranger vs. 1992 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Supra. (104 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 190 kg more than 1992 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Supra. 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, 1992 Toyota Supra (334 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 1992 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Supra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2560 mm |
