2004 Mazda B3000 vs. 1964 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B3000 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1964 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B3000 | 1964 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | B3000 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
