2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 190 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Ranger | GTO |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 67 L |
