1968 Ford 17 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 28 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 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 5 kg more than 1968 Ford 17.
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, 1996 Toyota Carina, 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, 1968 Ford 17 (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | 17 | Carina |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |