1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 1997 Acura EL is newer by 38 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, 1997 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 113 kg more than 1997 Acura EL.
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, 1997 Acura EL, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zodiac | 1997 Acura EL | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Zodiac | EL |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2619 mm |