1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 47 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 505 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 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, 2013 Toyota Venza, 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Zephyr | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zephyr | Venza |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2775 mm |