1965 Ford Zodiac vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 41 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 85 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.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zodiac | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Zodiac | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
