1967 Ford 17 vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford 17 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 24 kg more than 1967 Ford 17.
Because 1967 Ford 17 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford 17 | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | 17 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
