1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 54 kg more than 1968 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord, 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Zephyr | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Zephyr | Accord |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
