1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 215 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2007 Nissan Sentra, 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Ranchero | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranchero | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
