2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 568 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
