2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1961 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 45 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 285 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.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1961 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Lumina | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
