1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 48 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 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 798 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.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Zodiac | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Zodiac | Element |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
