2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 137 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ford Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
