1973 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,340 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
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, 1973 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger. 1973 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Sedan | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Sedan | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4340 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3193 mm |
