2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 740 (197 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1422 kg more than 1984 Volvo 740.
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, 1984 Volvo 740 (296 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Ranger | 740 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2780 mm |
