I'm a noob on this forum and instead of posting my initial question in the wrong section I'll just ask here and see if someone can point me in the right direction. I own a 1990 Ford Ranger but I plan on buying a newer (used) model soon and would like to know which years have known mechanical issues. I've heard some years have head gasket and transmission issues. Which thread would have information on this subject or would be a good place to ask about this?

Any help would be appreciative. Thanks.