2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G21 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ginetta G21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ginetta G21 (128 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1985 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21.
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, 1970 Ginetta G21 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Ginetta G21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Ranger | G21 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
