1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 40 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 87 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 209 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Ranchero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Ranchero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranchero | Accord |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
