1965 Ford Zodiac vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 640 kg more than 1965 Ford Zodiac. 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 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zodiac | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zodiac | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
