1970 Ford 17 vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 140 kg more than 1970 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 17 | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | 17 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
