2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1969 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 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 100 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 857 kg more than 1969 Ford Ranchero.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-350. (475 Nm). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1969 Ford Ranchero | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-350 | Ranchero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 7022 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 41 L |
