1962 Ford Zephyr vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ford Zephyr (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 161 kg more than 1962 Ford Zephyr.
Because 1962 Ford Zephyr is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Ford Zephyr (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Zephyr | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zephyr | Venture |
Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |