1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 1965 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1997 Buick LeSabre is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 220 kg more than 1965 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Zodiac 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 1965 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1997 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick LeSabre | 1965 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
