1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1986 Lancia Delta is newer by 18 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 192 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 385 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Ranchero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Ranchero | Delta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |
