1978 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Capri | Ranger |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |