1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 38 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 55 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 870 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Ranchero | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3280 mm |
