1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1991 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. Both 1968 Ford Zephyr and 1991 Nissan Pulsar are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 104 kg more than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Because 1968 Ford Zephyr 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 1968 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Zephyr | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zephyr | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2440 mm |
