2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1945 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,903 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 472 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1945 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ranger | 66 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1945 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
