2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1976 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 860 kg more than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1976 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ranger | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
