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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 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 115 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
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 | 1998 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |