1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator 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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 500 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Ranchero | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Ranchero | Equator |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7022 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3560 mm |