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Ford Ranger, 1983–1988

Ford Ranger 1st generation specifications

The Ford Ranger 1st generation was built from 1983 to 1988. This page lists all 5 versions (pickup) with 79–139 hp and 231 Nm of torque.

79–139 hp
Power (59–104 kW)
231 Nm
Torque (170 lb-ft)
4,483 mm
Length (176 in)

All versions

From least to most powerful. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market and model year.

Power, torque and performance for each version of the Ford Ranger 1st generation.
VersionEnginePowerTorque0–100 km/hTop speedGearboxDrive
2.3 MT Pickup Single cabin2.3 litre gasoline79 hp 59 kW———Manual, 4-speedRear wheel drive
2.9 AT Pickup Single cabin2.9 litre gasoline139 hp 104 kW231 Nm——Automatic, 4-speedAll wheel drive
2.9 MT Pickup Single cabin2.9 litre gasoline139 hp 104 kW231 Nm——Manual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
2.9 AT AWD Pickup Single cabin———————
2.9 MT AWD Pickup Single cabin———————

Dimensions and weight

Typical values for the 1st generation, pickup.
Length4,483 mm176 in
Width1,697 mm67 in
Height1,780 mm70 in
Wheelbase2,741 mm108 in
Ground clearance205 mm8 in
Seats2

Questions about the Ford Ranger 1st generation

What is the most powerful Ford Ranger 1st generation?

The 2.9 AT pickup single cabin, with 139 hp (104 kW) and 231 Nm of torque.

What engines does the Ford Ranger 1st generation have?

Engines from 2.3 to 2.9 litres, running on gasoline. The table above lists the power, torque and gearbox of each version.

How big is the Ford Ranger 1st generation?

About 4,483 mm long, 1,697 mm wide and 1,780 mm tall (176 in long). Figures vary slightly by body style.

Every Ford Ranger generation

  1. 1st generation 1983–1988
  2. 1st generation, facelift 1989–1992
  3. 2nd generation 1993–1997
  4. 3rd generation 1997–2012
  5. 1st generation 1998–2006
  6. 2nd generation 2006–2009
  7. 2nd generation, facelift 2009–2011
  8. 3rd generation, facelift 2009–2011
  9. T6 2011–2015
  10. 4th generation, facelift 2015–2022
  11. T6, facelift 2015–2019
  12. T6, second facelift 2018–2022
  13. T6.2 2022–present

Ford Ranger overview: current engines, dimensions and markets

Sources: manufacturer data for each version. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market, model year and equipment.