1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 2005 GMC Savana
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 46 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), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1138 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (353 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zodiac | 2005 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Zodiac | Savana |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3440 mm |
