1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 1990 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1990 Nissan Terrano is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 564 kg more than 1961 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano 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, 1990 Nissan Terrano (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Zodiac | 1990 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zodiac | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
