1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1969 Ford Ranchero. (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Ranchero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 305 kg more than 1969 Ford Ranchero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Ranchero | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Ranchero | XJ |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3157 mm |
