2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1979 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1979 Ford Ranchero. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Ranchero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1979 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (570 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Ranchero. (170 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Ranchero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1979 Ford Ranchero | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Ranchero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1992 cc |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 925 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2300 mm |
