1984 Ford Orion vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (54 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1984 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Orion | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |
