1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 44 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 465 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty (224 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Zodiac | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Zodiac | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 78 L |
