1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1969 Ford 17
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 180 kg more than 1969 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford 17. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Scorpio | 1969 Ford 17 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Scorpio | 17 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |