1968 Ford 17 vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 27 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 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 414 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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1995 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | 17 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 2935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
