2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1967 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Century. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Century.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Century. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Century. 1967 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1967 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2870 mm |
