2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1968 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 180 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 795 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Ranchero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1968 Ford Ranchero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Ranchero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 7022 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 110.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 91.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2900 mm |
