1968 Ford 17 vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 23 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
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, 1991 Honda Accord, 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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1991 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | 17 | Accord |
Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |