1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 36 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1295 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 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Zephyr | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Zephyr | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2890 mm |
