1969 Ford 17 vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 36 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 659 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.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford 17. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford 17 | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | 17 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |
