2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 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 112 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 935 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Ranger | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2430 mm |
