1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS 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 135 more horse power than 1992 Jaguar XJS. (220 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1992 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 165 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Ranchero | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Ranchero | XJS |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7022 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2600 mm |