1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 49 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Because 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Zodiac | 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Zodiac | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
