1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 48 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 82 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zodiac | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Zodiac | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
