1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 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 232 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Ranchero | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Ranchero | Legacy |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7022 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |