2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1971 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volvo P 1800 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 695 kg more than 1971 Volvo P 1800.
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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo P 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1971 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Ranger | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |
