2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 465 kg more than 1975 Volvo 260.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Ranger | 260 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |