2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1979 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort 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 63 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 746 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1979 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Ranger | Escort |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |