1989 Ford Festiva vs. 1983 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1989 Ford Festiva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Festiva | 1983 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Festiva | Patrol |
Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2980 mm |