1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1971 Ford Zephyr is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Zephyr (81 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1960 Land Rover 88 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1960 Land Rover 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Zephyr | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Zephyr | 88 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 153 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2240 mm |