1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Neon is newer by 28 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. Both 1968 Ford Zephyr and 1996 Plymouth Neon are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Neon (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1996 Plymouth Neon, 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, 1996 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Zephyr | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Zephyr | Neon |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4950 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 | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |