1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 186 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 15 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Ranchero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Ranchero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ranchero | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| 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 | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2820 mm |
