1968 Ford 17 vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 253 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 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | 17 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 85 L |
