2006 Ford Escape vs. 1982 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1982 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2980 mm |
