1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 21 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 241 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 605. 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, 1990 Peugeot 605, 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 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Ranchero | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ranchero | 605 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
