1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 680 kg more than 1992 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2400 mm |
