1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 1992 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1992 Infiniti J30 is newer by 31 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 410 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.
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, 1992 Infiniti J30 (261 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Zodiac | 1992 Infiniti J30 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Zodiac | J30 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1601 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |