1971 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 158 kg more than 1971 Audi 100.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
