1965 Ford Zephyr vs. 2004 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 39 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2004 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu YRV 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, 1965 Ford Zephyr (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zephyr | 2004 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Zephyr | YRV |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |
