1968 Ford 17 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 38 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 936 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 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | 17 | Element |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
