1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1989 Nissan Prairie is newer by 23 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Prairie (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 44 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Prairie is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie 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, 1989 Nissan Prairie (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zephyr | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
