1975 Ford Torino vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Patrol (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 546 kg more than 1975 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Torino | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
