1968 Ford 17 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | 17 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
