2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1965 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 43 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 9 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1965 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
