2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 Ford 17
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 17 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 675 kg more than 1970 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1970 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | 17 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4806 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 87 L |
