1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 944 kg more than 1991 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Falcon. 2008 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2980 mm |
