1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 42 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 95 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 256 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, 2011 Nissan Murano, 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Ranchero | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranchero | Murano |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 82 L |
