2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1961 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 53 kg more than 1961 Ford Zodiac. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1961 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 40 L |
