2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Triumph TR7 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 287 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR7.
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, 1976 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Ranger | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1015 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
