2000 Ford Contour vs. 1987 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 828 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour.
Because 1987 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 1987 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Contour | Patrol |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2980 mm |