1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 29 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 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
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, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sidewinder | 17 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
