2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 37 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1246 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | 17 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
