2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (163 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 655 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944.
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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944. 1982 Porsche 944 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Porsche 944 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ranger | 944 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 66 L |
