1968 Ford 17 vs. 2009 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 41 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1379 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 2009 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | 17 | Envoy |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |