1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 36 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 197 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 34 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
Because 2004 Honda Element 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, 2004 Honda Element 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranchero | Element |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
