2009 Ford Ranger vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Record weights approximately 112 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
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 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ranger | Record |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
