1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1988 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1988 Ford Sierra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (105 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 290 kg more than 1988 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Ford Zephyr (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1988 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zephyr | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2620 mm |
