2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1965 Ford Zodiac

To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 44 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 720 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 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda CR-V 1965 Ford Zodiac
Make Honda Ford
Model CR-V Zodiac
Year Released 2009 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 2553 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 45 L