1969 Ford 17 vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1992 Ford Falcon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 425 kg more than 1969 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford 17. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford 17 | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | 17 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
