2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 518 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ranger | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |
