1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Challenger (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 237 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Dodge Challenger (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Challenger | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3200 mm |
