1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 27 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 87 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (268 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 159 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
Because 1995 Renault Safrane 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, 1995 Renault Safrane 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (365 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ranchero | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |
