1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 782 kg more than 1971 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest, 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Zephyr | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zephyr | Quest |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3000 mm |
