1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 45 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 175 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 199 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
Because 1968 Ford Ranchero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Ranchero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Ranchero | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2857 mm |
