2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1969 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 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, 1969 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 657 kg more than 1969 Ford Ranchero.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1969 Ford Ranchero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Ranchero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 7022 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 41 L |
