1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1972 Dodge Challenger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 205 kg more than 1968 Ford 17.
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, 1972 Dodge Challenger (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Challenger | 17 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
