2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1752 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Ranger (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | RX 4 Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2520 mm |
