1988 Ford Sierra vs. 1967 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1988 Ford Sierra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 235 kg more than 1988 Ford Sierra. 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, 1967 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1967 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Sierra | 1967 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2930 mm |
