1968 Ford 17 vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1050 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 Odyssey 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 Odyssey 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 Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey 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 Odyssey | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | 17 | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 2106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |