1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 48 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 270 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Zodiac | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Zodiac | CR-V |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 16.3:1 |
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 | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |