2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 675 kg more than 1958 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1958 Riley 4 | |
Make | Ford | Riley |
Model | Ranger | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |