2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 715 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
