2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1964 Riley 4
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Riley 4 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) has 81 more horse power than 1964 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 146 kg more than 1964 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Riley 4. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1964 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Ranger | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
