1968 Ford 17 vs. 1992 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 24 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 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 239 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, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1992 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Ford | Venturi |
Model | 17 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |