1966 Ford Corsair vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Corsair | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 84 L |
