2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Marcos 1600 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 686 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600.
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, 1967 Marcos 1600 (172 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Ranger | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2280 mm |
