1962 Ford Zephyr vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 34 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 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 791 kg more than 1962 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Zephyr | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zephyr | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |