1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2005 Lincoln Aviator
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Aviator is newer by 37 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) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Aviator. (302 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Aviator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 625 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Aviator. (407 Nm). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Aviator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 2005 Lincoln Aviator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Ranchero | Aviator |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
