1968 Ford 17 vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1989 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 21 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. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 Ford 17.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1968 Ford 17 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 17 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
