1970 Ford 17 vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 40 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1474 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 17 | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | 17 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 136 L |
