2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 334 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Ranger (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | 616 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2480 mm |
