2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1976 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 721 kg more than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1976 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Ranger | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
