1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 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 194 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Xedos |
| Model | Ranchero | 9 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
