1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 1979 Seat 131 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 375 kg more than 1979 Seat 131. 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, 1969 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 131. (149 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Ranchero | 1979 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Ranchero | 131 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
