2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Crown. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
