2005 GMC Yukon vs. 1965 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 40 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 820 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 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 1965 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Yukon | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
