1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 35 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1190 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 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Zephyr | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Zephyr | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2550 mm |
