1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 50 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Commander. (305 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 167 kg more than 2010 Jeep Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Commander. (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Ranchero | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Ranchero | Commander |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |
