1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 584 kg more than 1990 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
