1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 1994 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1994 Ford Tracer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tracer (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 182 kg more than 1994 Ford Tracer.
Because 1959 Ford Zodiac is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Zodiac (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tracer. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zodiac | 1994 Ford Tracer | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Zodiac | Tracer |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |