2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G21 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ginetta G21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ginetta G21 (128 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 565 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21.
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, 1970 Ginetta G21 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Ginetta G21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Ranger | G21 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
