1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 35 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 980 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Zephyr | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zephyr | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 96 L |