1968 Ford 17 vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1984 Toyota Model F is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. Both 1968 Ford 17 and 1984 Toyota Model F are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Model F (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Model F weights approximately 210 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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, 1984 Toyota Model F (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | 17 | Model F |
Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |