1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 2010 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2010 Nissan Navara is newer by 47 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Navara weights approximately 762 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.
Because 2010 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Zodiac | 2010 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zodiac | Navara |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
