1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 26 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 308 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 915 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. 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, 1994 Honda Today, 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 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 1994 Honda Today | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranchero | Today |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
