1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Patrol (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1386 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Festiva | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
