2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus (150 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 315 kg more than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus.
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, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Ranger | Sunbeam-Lotus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 960 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
