1975 Chrysler Charger vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 31 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 3,521 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 385 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Charger.
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, 1975 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Charger | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3521 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2990 mm |
