1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1987 Nissan Vanette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (88 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 210 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Ford Zephyr (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zephyr | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2080 mm |
