1972 Austin Marina vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 395 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina. 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Marina | Ranger |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1275 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |