2004 Ford Ranger vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 47 kg more than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2930 mm |
