1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 1974 Volvo 343 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 622 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343. 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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Ranchero | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Ranchero | 343 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7022 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2400 mm |