2004 Ford Ranger vs. 1984 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 372 kg more than 1984 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Ranger (251 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 1984 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
