1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 44 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Ford Ranchero. (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Ranchero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1297 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ranchero | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3650 mm |
