1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 747 kg more than 1958 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Ford Explorer (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Zodiac | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zodiac | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3200 mm |
