2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1984 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 485 kg more than 1984 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1984 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ranger | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
