1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 44 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 108 more horse power than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 500 kg more than 1969 Ford Ranchero.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Ranchero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Ranchero | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranchero | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 83 L |
