1968 Ford 17 vs. 1998 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Prowler 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 140 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, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1998 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | 17 | Prowler |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 46 L |