1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 134 kg more than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranchero | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
