1962 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 860 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Consul | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Consul | Ranger |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3200 mm |