2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 308 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Ranger | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2270 mm |
