1997 Ford Contour vs. 1968 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 29 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 155 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 175 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Ranchero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Ranchero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 1968 Ford Ranchero | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Contour | Ranchero |
Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 7022 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |