1968 Ford 17 vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 36 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 798 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.
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, 2004 Nissan Quest, 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 17 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1938 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
