1965 Ford Zephyr vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 40 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 485 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zephyr. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zephyr | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Zephyr | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
