2004 Ford Ranger vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ranger (207 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 292 kg more than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2004 Ford Ranger (323 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Ranger | Serie II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2780 mm |
