1958 Ford 17 vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Explorer (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 785 kg more than 1958 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford 17 | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | 17 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
