1965 Ford Zephyr vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1965 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zephyr. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Zephyr | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Zephyr | 626 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |