1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 39 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 237 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Ranchero | Korando |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |
