1968 Ford 17 vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 30 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 (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (81 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 85 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | 17 | 626 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |