2009 Ford Ranger vs. 1968 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ranger weights approximately 137 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair. 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, 2009 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 1968 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 40 L |
