2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1974 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Fairlady 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 97 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 910 kg more than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. 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 1974 Nissan Fairlady. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1974 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | Fairlady |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2310 mm |