1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara 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 217 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 240 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
Because 2009 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ranchero | Antara |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
