1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 52 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, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 505 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 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Zodiac | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Zodiac | Escape |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |