2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 10 kg more than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Ranger | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |