1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 30 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 215 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 425 kg more than 1969 Ford Ranchero.
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, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon, 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) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon. (165 Nm). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Ranchero | 1999 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Ranchero | Tiburon |
Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7022 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 165 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |