2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1969 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 38 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 120 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 778 kg more than 1969 Ford Ranchero.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Ranchero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 1969 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1969 Ford Ranchero | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Ranchero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 7022 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 41 L |
