1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1998 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 32 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Sunfire.
Because 1966 Ford Zephyr 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 1966 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Zephyr | 1998 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Zephyr | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2650 mm |