1967 Ford Zephyr vs. 1994 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1994 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 255 kg more than 1967 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Intrepid, 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, 1994 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Zephyr | 1994 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Zephyr | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2870 mm |
