1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 639 kg more than 1958 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Zodiac | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zodiac | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3340 mm |
