1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 1983 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1983 Holden Statesman is newer by 15 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 186 more horse power than 1983 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 155 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 1983 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Ranchero | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
