1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 202 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute 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 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranchero | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
