2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 9 kg more than 1972 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Century. 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Century. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1972 Toyota Century | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ranger | Century |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2870 mm |