1971 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1971 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Falcon | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3075 mm |
