1993 Ford Focus vs. 1985 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1993 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Focus (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol.
Because 1985 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1993 Ford Focus (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Focus | 1985 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1850 mm |
