1968 Ford 17 vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 245 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1994 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 17 | C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 69 L |
