1995 Ford Falcon vs. 1968 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 1995 Ford Falcon is newer by 27 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 127 more horse power than 1995 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Falcon weights approximately 15 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Falcon. (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Falcon | 1968 Ford Ranchero | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Falcon | Ranchero |
Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3705 cc | 7022 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |