1974 Bitter Diplomat 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 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 466 kg more than 2006 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, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Bitter | Ford |
Model | Diplomat | Ranger |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2990 mm |