1965 Ford Zodiac vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1965 Ford Zodiac is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Zodiac (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1965 Ford Zodiac.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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 Zodiac (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Zodiac | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Zodiac | 88 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2240 mm |