1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Fiesta. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fiesta | Patrol |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2196 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |