1968 Ford 17 vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa 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 (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer significantly more control. 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 (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | 17 | Laputa |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |