1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1276 kg more than 1974 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 6569 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2990 mm |
