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Ranger top speed run

Posted: Tue Jun 24, 2014 6:39 pm
by kevm14
Not really. Though I found out that driving with both windows down and the rear sliding windows open causes a significant amount of drag.

I also found out that the speedo is fairly accurate to around 70mph then it gets a little optimistic. Indicated 85mph is actually 82 or 83. Also, it'll do about 86 on flat road (maybe a tad more), will do a WOT 3-4, and I topped out at 88mph on the way back from Old Lyme returning the pressure washer. I was following some old guy in an ATS 2.0 and a Porsche Panamera GTS.

Re: Ranger top speed run

Posted: Wed Jun 25, 2014 7:02 am
by Bob
What was that saying about how it's more fun to drive the slow car fast? :)

Re: Ranger top speed run

Posted: Wed Jun 25, 2014 3:07 pm
by kevm14
It reminded me of the Corolla days, except the Ranger is heavier and less aerodynamic. Same horsepower and more torque though.

Re: Ranger top speed run

Posted: Thu Jun 26, 2014 6:41 am
by Bob
The Corolla could hit an indicated 112... eventually.

Re: Ranger top speed run

Posted: Thu Jun 26, 2014 9:48 pm
by Adam
My Tercel(s) could hit an indicated 100mph. On a slight downward slope.