2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Torana (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 266 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana.
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, 1972 Holden Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Ranger | Torana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2550 mm |
