1952 Ford Zephyr vs. 1994 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1994 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1952 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 65 kg more than 1994 Nissan Pulsar.
Because 1952 Ford Zephyr is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ford Zephyr | 1994 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Zephyr | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |