1983 Nissan Patrol vs. 2002 Ford F-150
To start off, 2002 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1 kg more than 2002 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Ford F-150 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Patrol. 2002 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Patrol | 2002 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Patrol | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3050 mm |
