1967 Ford 17 vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 44 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1658 kg more than 1967 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford 17 | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | 17 | Defender |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |