1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 79 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3198 mm |
