1986 Audi 100 vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 18 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 1,812 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (81 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 Audi 100.
Because 1968 Ford 17 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Ford 17 (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
