2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 87 kg more than 1994 TVR Cerbera.
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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Ranger | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1125 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2580 mm |
