1974 Buick Centurion 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 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 786 kg more than 1974 Buick Centurion.
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 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 1974 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Centurion | Ranger |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2990 mm |