1966 Vauxhall VX4 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall VX4.
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, 2011 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Vauxhall VX4 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Ford |
| Model | VX4 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
