2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (120 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 148 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Celica. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
