2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger.
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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth VIP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Ranger | VIP |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
