1957 Ford 17M vs. 1983 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1983 Toyota Soarer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Soarer (116 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 65 kg more than 1957 Ford 17M. 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, 1983 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 1983 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 1983 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 17M | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
