1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 46 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 80 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.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1959 Ford Zephyr (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Zephyr | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2210 mm |