1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2002 Lincoln LS is newer by 33 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 147 more horse power than 2002 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2002 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 122 kg more than 1969 Ford Ranchero.
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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Ranchero | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Ranchero | LS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 68 L |
