1970 Ford Zephyr vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 39 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1970 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1454 kg more than 1970 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Zephyr. (154 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Zephyr | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Zephyr | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2890 mm |
