1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1969 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 63 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 1969 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 1969 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (211 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1969 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Cavalier | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 41 L |
