1968 Ford 17 vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 31 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 38 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today 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, 1999 Honda Today 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1999 Honda Today | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | 17 | Today |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |