2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1965 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 35 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 192 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 880 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.
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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 1965 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | SSR | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
