2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1965 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. 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, 1965 Ford Zodiac (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1965 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
