4 cyl. Pickups, whats reliable?

[Andrew7dg]

I owned a 1990 Ranger that wouldn't die, it was a napa parts delivery truck and had over 500,000 miles on it. The mazda/ranger is a good choice

I also (still have) a 88 S-10 that the 4 cylinder was great in. 5 speed transmission. It was a good little truck! I love the way the S-10s look and the iron duke wasn't a bad engine. It is just that they could use a V8 Swap in the trucks.

I love the smaller trucks because they get good gas mileage and they can still haul stuff.

My only recommendation is if you are going to use it as a DD, get an extended cab for more hauling capability. If used in the winter get a 4x4 (2wd on a light box SUCK!!!) or get a really good set of snow tires. If going 4x4 get something bigger then a 4 cylinder.