1964 Ford Zodiac vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 905 kg more than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Zodiac | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Zodiac | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 93 L |
