2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
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, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Ranger | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3030 mm |