![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Now here’s why I give Ford the edge in an El Camino “which one was better” comparison. So, Ford was correct in its theory that a “half car-half truck” would be a popular consumer option. Specifically most were what we called “farm trucks” or “work trucks” which meant they didn’t have any amenities to help make driving them as an everyday family or personal vehicle much fun. We also have to remember that back in that era pickup trucks were a far cry from what they are today. So back in 1957, Ford took its full size Ford Station wagon chassis and put a car front end on it along with a pickup truck bed that could carry about 850 pounds of cargo. Not only did Ranchero precede Chevy’s 1959 El Camino effort by two full years, Ford’s idea was an immediate hit with those who loved cars and trucks but didn’t have anything “in the middle” to choose from. Thanks very much and I really enjoy your stories about the old cars.Ī: Francie, here’s my initial answer: Yes, the Ford Ranchero, as you say, “Has it all over the Chevy El Camino,” and in my opinion for several reasons.įirst, the Ford Ranchero debuted in 1957 and never looked back, all the way through its final 1979 production year. But I feel you will be 100-percent fair when I ask if you feel the Ford Ranchero had it all over the Chevy El Camino? I’m a lifelong Ford fan now in my retirement years and would like to hear your thoughts on the Ranchero versus the El Camino. Q: Greg, I know you race Chevy cars and also own a nice MOPAR, too. ![]()
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