1984 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Patrol.
Because 1984 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Patrol. 2011 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1984 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1984 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Patrol | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3967 mm |
