1965 Ford Zodiac vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 42 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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac.
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, 2007 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Zodiac | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Zodiac | Sentra |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |