1979 Ford Ranchero vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1979 Ford Ranchero. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Ranchero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 405 kg more than 1979 Ford Ranchero. 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Ranchero. (170 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Ranchero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Ranchero | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranchero | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4000 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1330 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
