2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1991 Ginetta G
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ginetta G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ginetta G would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ginetta G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ginetta G (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ginetta G should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 840 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G.
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, 1991 Ginetta G (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Ginetta G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1991 Ginetta G | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Ranger | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
