1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 46 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 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 931 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 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Zodiac | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Zodiac | Navara |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 404 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 2122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |