1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1986 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1986 Nissan Patrol is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1966 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford 12 M | 1986 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 12 M | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2980 mm |
