1970 Ford Zephyr vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 TVR Type S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Zephyr. (154 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Zephyr | 1988 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Zephyr | Type S |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2300 mm |
