2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1988 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 566 kg more than 1988 Honda Concerto.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Concerto. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1988 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ranger | Concerto |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |