1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 531 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger. 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, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2840 mm |
