1968 Ford 17 vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Mazda 626 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 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 100 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, 1999 Mazda 626, 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, 1968 Ford 17 (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | 17 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
