1985 Ford Meteor vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Meteor | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Meteor | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
