1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 39 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1405 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.
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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Zephyr | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zephyr | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3327 mm |
