1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 1981 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1981 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 1981 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | GT 40 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2980 mm |