1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2.
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, 2004 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Zephyr | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Zephyr | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2460 mm |
