1971 Ford 17 vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1971 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 610 kg more than 1971 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford 17 | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 17 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 73 L |
