1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 42 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 595 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 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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, 2013 Honda Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Zephyr | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Zephyr | Crosstour |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1898 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2797 mm |