1975 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 515 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Ranger |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |