1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 226 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 445 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranchero | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
