1956 Chrysler C vs. 1997 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1997 Ford Ranger is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 485 kg more than 1997 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler C (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 1997 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | C | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2840 mm |
