1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 90 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Challenger | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
