1997 Ford Ranger vs. 1969 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1997 Ford Ranger is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Ranger weights approximately 235 kg more than 1969 Toyota 2000GT.
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, 1997 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ranger | 1969 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
