1970 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 712 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Capri | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Capri | Ranger |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 19.8:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 82 L |