2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1987 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 18 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 307 kg more than 1987 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1987 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | E-150 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2980 mm |
