1959 Ford 17M vs. 1985 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1985 Nissan Patrol is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 17M would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Patrol (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 960 kg more than 1959 Ford 17M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford 17M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Patrol 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, 1985 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 1985 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 17M | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2980 mm |
