1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1963 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 Armada (522 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Zodiac | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zodiac | Armada |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
