2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1958 Ford 17
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1422 kg more than 1958 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (447 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1958 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | 17 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
