1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 38 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 183 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 105 kg more than 1969 Ford Ranchero.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Ranchero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Ranchero | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Ranchero | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |
