2000 Dodge Maxx Cab vs. 1961 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab weights approximately 1214 kg more than 1961 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab 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, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab (408 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab | 1961 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Maxx Cab | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
