1965 Ford Zodiac vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 43 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac. 2008 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Zodiac has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Zodiac will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zodiac | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Zodiac | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
