1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Toyota Celica is newer by 16 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 240 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 400 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. 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 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Ranchero | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ranchero | Celica |
Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7022 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |