1968 Ford 17 vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 22 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 260 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.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim, 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, 1990 Plymouth Acclaim (295 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | 17 | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |