1954 Ford Zephyr vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1954 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Zephyr.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Zephyr | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Zephyr | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 69 L |
