2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 98 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Ranger (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | RX 4 Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |
