1978 Ford Taunus vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1988 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1978 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Taunus | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Taunus | Patrol |
Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2980 mm |