1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 39 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 120 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 2008 Nissan Quest 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Ranchero | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranchero | Quest |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 76 L |
