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Ford · model year 1984

1984 Ford Ranger Pickup 2WD

Pickup · 2-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Small Pickup Trucks 2WD

EPA figures · 1984fueleconomy.gov

18MPG combined

16/22MPG city / highway

$3,700fuel a year

494 g CO₂ per mile 2.8 L 6-cyl Manual 5-spd

This car on fueleconomy.gov, read 2 October 2026. Your own figures depend on how and where you drive.

Where it places

The CarCody take

The 1984 Ford Ranger Pickup 2WD is a small gasoline pickup with two-wheel drive and a five-speed manual transmission. Its 2.8-liter six-cylinder returns 18 MPG combined, with 16 MPG city and 22 MPG highway. The stated annual fuel cost is $3,700, making fuel use the key number for an owner choosing this truck.

Good to know

Small pickup body
Two-wheel drive layout
Five-speed manual transmission
22 MPG highway figure

Watch for

18 MPG combined economy
16 MPG city economy
$3,700 stated annual fuel cost

Who it suits. Drivers wanting a small two-wheel-drive pickup Buyers who prefer a five-speed manual Highway-focused use at 22 MPG

The 1984 Ford Ranger Pickup 2WD is a straightforward small pickup for someone who specifically wants a gasoline engine, two-wheel drive, and a five-speed manual. Budget around $3,700 a year for fuel. Expect 16 MPG in city use and 22 MPG on the highway, with 18 MPG as the combined figure. It makes the most sense when those drivetrain choices matter more than minimizing fuel spending.

What it is

The 1984 Ford Ranger Pickup 2WD is a small pickup in the Small Pickup Trucks 2WD class. It uses two-wheel drive, gasoline, and a five-speed manual transmission. The engine is a 2.8-liter six-cylinder.

The numbers

The defining figure is 18 MPG combined. The split is 16 MPG in city driving and 22 MPG on the highway. Those figures show why stop-and-go use costs more fuel than steady highway travel.

What it costs to run

Its stated annual fuel cost is $3,700. That makes the Ranger's fuel bill a central ownership number, especially for drivers who spend more time in city traffic, where its figure is 16 MPG.

How it compares

The Ranger's 18 MPG combined figure is the measure to use when comparing it with other small two-wheel-drive pickups. Its 16 city and 22 highway numbers show the driving mix behind that combined result.

Who it suits

This truck suits a buyer who wants a small gasoline pickup with two-wheel drive and prefers a manual transmission. It also fits drivers who can plan around a $3,700 annual fuel cost.

Trade-offs

The manual five-speed and two-wheel-drive layout keep the description straightforward, but fuel economy is modest at 18 MPG combined. City driving drops to 16 MPG, while highway travel reaches 22 MPG.

Verdict

Choose this Ranger if a small 1984 pickup, gasoline power, two-wheel drive, and a manual gearbox match your needs. The useful budget checkpoint is $3,700 in annual fuel cost. Its 22 MPG highway figure can help on longer trips, but regular urban driving uses more fuel at 16 MPG.

Every figure on record

Combined MPG: 18 MPG
City MPG: 16 MPG
Highway MPG: 22 MPG
Annual fuel cost: $3,700
Tailpipe CO₂: 494 g per mile
Model year: 1984
Body: Pickup
EPA size class: Small Pickup Trucks 2WD
Drive: 2-Wheel Drive
Engine: 2.8 L 6-cyl
Transmission: Manual 5-spd
Fuel: Gasoline

Questions

What is the combined MPG?

The 1984 Ford Ranger Pickup 2WD is rated at 18 MPG combined.

What are its city and highway figures?

It is rated at 16 MPG in the city and 22 MPG on the highway.

How much fuel cost is listed for a year?

The stated annual fuel cost is $3,700.

What engine does it use?

It has a 2.8-liter six-cylinder gasoline engine.

Is it two-wheel drive?

Yes. The model is a 2WD pickup.

What transmission does it have?

It uses a five-speed manual transmission.

What vehicle class is it in?

It is classified as a Small Pickup Truck 2WD.