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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 305 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 141 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 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 357 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 | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |
