1987 Ford Meteor vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Because 2008 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Meteor | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Meteor | Patrol |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |