1974 Buick GS vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 183 kg more than 2010 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 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick GS | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | GS | Ranger |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3193 mm |