1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 41 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 158 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 468 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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Ranchero | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Ranchero | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 78 L |
