1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 44 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 540 kg more than 1969 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Zephyr | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zephyr | Venza |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 67 L |