2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1953 Jeep CJ
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1953 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1953 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 789 kg more than 1953 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1953 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Ranger | CJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2040 mm |
