2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1977 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Sunbird 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 12 more horse power than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 555 kg more than 1977 Holden Sunbird. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1977 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Ranger | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2590 mm |
