1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 29 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 266 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 360 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Ranchero | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Ranchero | 626 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7022 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |