1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 192 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 464 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ranchero | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
