1987 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1987 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Mustang | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2970 mm |
