1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 139 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Zodiac | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zodiac | Tundra |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |