1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1968 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 91 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 1968 Ford Ranchero | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fairlane | Ranchero |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 7022 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 110.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2900 mm |
