1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 154 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 45 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, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (304 Nm). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Ranchero | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranchero | Camry |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
