2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 415 kg more than 1958 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ranger | P4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
