1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 41 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 105 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 390 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Ranchero | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ranchero | Pilot |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
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 | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |