2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1968 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 155 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 404. 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 (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1968 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ranger | 404 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
