2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1991 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 67 kg more than 1991 Toyota MR2.
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 Toyota MR2 (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1991 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1235 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
