1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan 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 241 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ranchero | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |
