1968 Ford 17 vs. 2000 Lexus IS
To start off, 2000 Lexus IS is newer by 32 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus IS weights approximately 344 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, 2000 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2000 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | 17 | IS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
