1965 Ford Zodiac vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 44 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 665 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 1965 Ford Zodiac is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac. 2009 Toyota Sienna 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. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zodiac | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Zodiac | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
