2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1970 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo P 1800 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 100 kg more than 1970 Volvo P 1800.
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 Volvo P 1800 (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1970 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Ranger | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2460 mm |
