1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1998 Honda CR-V is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CR-V weights approximately 309 kg more than 1961 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V 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, 1961 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1961 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Zodiac | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Zodiac | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
