1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 1987 Ford Festiva

To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 18 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 298 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 785 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1969 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 1969 Ford Ranchero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 1969 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Ford Ranchero 1987 Ford Festiva
Make Ford Ford
Model Ranchero Festiva
Year Released 1969 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7022 cc 1324 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 355 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 651 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1565 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 5240 mm 3580 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2300 mm


 

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