1968 Ford 17 vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 45 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1310 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 2013 Nissan Titan 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, 2013 Nissan Titan 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | 17 | Titan |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2019 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1946 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |