2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 575 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Ranger | 930 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |