I think the frontend got wider on the newer cars. An easy way to measure backspace is to lay the different wheels face down on flat ground and measure the distance between the ground(face of the wheel) to the bolt flange. If the distance is shorter on the new wheel, you'll need spacers or you'll look like a baby blazer with fwd wheels. Rich
Mustang wheels will bolt onto an '88 Ranger, but need about an inch and a quarter spacer to keep from rubbing the leaf springs and be able to turn. 5 on 4.5 inches =5 on 114.3 millimeters. Rich
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