- Joined
- Jan 28, 2017
- Messages
- 288
- Reaction score
- 44
- Points
- 28
- Location
- Leicester, NC
- Vehicle Year
- 1987
- Make / Model
- Ford
- Engine Type
- V8
- Engine Size
- 302
- Transmission
- Manual
- 2WD / 4WD
- 2WD
- Tire Size
- 205/60R15 & 225/60R15
I found some old paperwork from my Grandpa's 1988 Bayliner Capri that lists HP as 128. Why are my '86,'87 Ranger 2.3s rated at 90HP? From my understanding the block, head and internals are all the same, just different gasket materials. I know the OMC uses a Rochester 2bbl and a point distributer and probably has a special marine cam but I still can't figure a 30HP difference. Are HP ratings different for marine engines? Is the Ranger rating with all optional accessories on the motor (A/C, Power Steering)? A 28HP gain would be a noticeable difference in a Ranger. What's the deal?