1968 Ford 17 vs. 1994 Honda CRX
To start off, 1994 Honda CRX is newer by 26 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 1,812 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (81 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1994 Honda CRX.
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, 1994 Honda CRX, 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, 1994 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1994 Honda CRX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | 17 | CRX |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |