1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 36 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 207 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 405 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Ranchero | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ranchero | Viano |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7022 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 75 L |