1965 Ford Zodiac vs. 2009 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 304 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
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, 2009 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Zodiac | 2009 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Zodiac | Ranger |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |