1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 1999 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 1999 GMC Sonoma is newer by 40 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sonoma (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 308 kg more than 1959 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma 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, 1999 GMC Sonoma (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zodiac | 1999 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Zodiac | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3130 mm |
