1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 735 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (273 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranchero | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
