1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2002 Toyota Allion is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Allion (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 8 kg more than 2002 Toyota Allion.
Because 1969 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 1969 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion, 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, 2002 Toyota Allion (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Zephyr | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zephyr | Allion |
Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |