1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 349 kg more than 1971 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Element 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, 2004 Honda Element 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, 2004 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Zephyr | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Zephyr | Element |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2690 mm |
