2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1951 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rover P4 weights approximately 92 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1951 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ranger | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |
