2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 780 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (414 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Patrol |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1988 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |