1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega 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 67 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 637 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Vega | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 74 L |
