1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 2012 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2012 Renault Sandero is newer by 44 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Sandero should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 143 kg more than 2012 Renault Sandero.
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, 2012 Renault Sandero, 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, 1968 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Zephyr | 2012 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Zephyr | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
