1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 40 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 124 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (231 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover LR2.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Ranchero | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Ranchero | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
