2004 Nissan Quest vs. 1963 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 550 kg more than 1963 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ford Zodiac 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 1963 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (319 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 1963 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Quest | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
