1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 40 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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 100 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 1971 Ford Zephyr is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Zephyr | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Zephyr | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2680 mm |
