1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 43 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 469 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Zodiac | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Zodiac | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
