1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 234 kg more than 1959 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Zephyr | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
