2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1968 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 41 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Ford Ranchero. (355 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Ranchero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1968 Ford Ranchero | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Ranchero |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 7022 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 404 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2900 mm |