1975 Chrysler Charger vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 125 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Charger. 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Charger | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3521 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2840 mm |
