2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 495 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1980 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1980 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Five Hundred | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2980 mm |
