1967 Ford Zephyr vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 553 kg more than 1967 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Zephyr | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Zephyr | Nitro |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2764 mm |