2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 995 kg more than 1973 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | 616 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2480 mm |
