1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 536 kg more than 1963 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ford Zodiac 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 1963 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1963 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Zodiac | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Zodiac | Voyager |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |