2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1977 Rover 2600
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Rover 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Rover 2600 would be higher. At 2,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Rover 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Rover 2600 (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Rover 2600 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 367 kg more than 1977 Rover 2600.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Rover 2600. (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Rover 2600. 1977 Rover 2600 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Rover 2600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1977 Rover 2600 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ranger | 2600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
