1965 Ford Zodiac vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1984 Nissan Santana is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 125 kg more than 1984 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Zodiac is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Santana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Ford Zodiac (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Zodiac | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Zodiac | Santana |
Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2560 mm |