2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1968 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 38 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 64 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1968 Ford Ranchero | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rainier | Ranchero |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 7022 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |