1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 498 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Ranger | 124 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
