2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1967 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 11 kg more than 1967 Ford Zephyr. 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1967 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4159 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2930 mm |
