2004 Ford Ranger vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 760 (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 307 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Ranger | 760 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2780 mm |
