1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Ford Ranchero. (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Ranchero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 395 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Ranchero | Ram |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3560 mm |
