1979 Ford Mustang vs. 1982 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1982 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 855 kg more than 1979 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Mustang. (209 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Mustang | 1982 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Patrol |
Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2980 mm |