2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 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 64 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 646 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1200. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Ranger | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 30 L |
