2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1968 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 404.
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 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1968 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ranger | 404 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
