1970 Ford 17 vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 39 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1781 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, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford 17 | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | 17 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |