1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 1999 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1999 Holden Commodore is newer by 31 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 158 more horse power than 1999 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 45 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Commodore. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Ranchero | 1999 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Ranchero | Commodore |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7022 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |