1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 1992 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1992 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 24 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 217 more horse power than 1992 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 45 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 1992 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranchero | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
