1965 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1965 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 471 kg more than 1965 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Anglia | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Anglia | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 132 L |
