1968 Ford 17 vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 43 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Kuga weights approximately 484 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 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 2011 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | 17 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
