The most profound problem with Ford's diesel powered Rangers is the fact that finding parts can be relatively difficult, especially considering the limited number of pickups produced with the diesel option. When the first diesel Ranger was introduced, it was only available with a 4 speed manual transmission and a 2 wheel drive configuration. However, it was rated at a maximum 41 highway mpg and had the capacity to haul more than 1,600 lbs; a substantial figure considering this level of capability crosses into fullsize pickup territory. The later Mitsubishi turbodiesel, which was far more powerful than the naturally aspirated Perkins, featured a "Super Quick Glow Plug System", which is said to heat instantly and therefore there is not a typical "Wait to Start" period. 1986 was the last year of the diesel powered Ranger, although Ford continued to build Bronco II models with the same diesel through the 1987 model year. It is relatively rare to come across either model that has an original diesel.
1983 Ford Ranger diesel advertisement
Ford Ranger 2.2L Perkins Specs
Engine: |
2.2L Perkins model 4.135 Diesel |
Configuration: |
Inline 4 cylinder |
Model Years: |
1983 - 1984 Ford Ranger |
Displacement: |
134.8 CID, 2.2 liters |
Compression Ratio: |
22.0 : 1 |
Firing Order: |
1 - 3 -4 - 2 |
Cylinder Bore: |
3.50" (88.9 mm) |
Cylinder Stroke: |
3.50" (88.9 mm) |
Aspiration: |
Naturally aspirated |
Injection: |
Indirect injection (IDI) |
Oil Capacity: |
5.30 quarts w/ filter |
Est. Engine Weight: |
~ 530 lbs dry |
| Rated Horsepower: |
59 hp @ 4,000 rpm |
Rated Torque: |
90 lb-ft @ 2,500 rpm |
Fuel Economy: |
41 mpg highway, 33 mpg combined |
Max Payload: |
1,620 lbs |
GVWR: |
4,460 - 4,500 lbs |
Vin Code: |
P |
Ford Ranger 2.3L Mitsubishi Diesel Specs
Engine: |
2.3L Mitsubishi model 4D55 diesel |
Configuration: |
Inline 4 cylinder |
Model Years: |
1985 - 1986 Ford Ranger |
Displacement: |
143 CID, 2.3 liters |
Compression Ratio: |
21.1 : 1 |
Cylinder Bore: |
3.59" (91.1 mm) |
Cylinder Stroke: |
3.54" (90.0 mm) |
Aspiration: |
Turbocharged, wastegated |
Injection: |
Indirect injection (IDI) |
Valvetrain: |
2 valves per cylinder, single overhead camshaft (SOHC) |
Oil Capacity: |
7.0 quarts w/ filter |
| Rated Horsepower: |
86 hp @ 4,200 rpm |
Rated Torque: |
134 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm |
Max Rated Engine Speed: |
4,500 rpm |
Vin Code: |
E |