2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota MR2 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 640 kg more than 1990 Toyota MR2.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota MR2. 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota MR2. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
