2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1984 Ford GT

To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford GT would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford GT (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 585 kg more than 1984 Ford GT.

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, 2006 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford GT.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Ranger 1984 Ford GT
Make Ford Ford
Model Ranger GT
Year Released 2006 1984
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2498 cc 2299 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 257 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2990 mm 2590 mm


 

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