2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1985 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 6,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1985 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 1985 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Patrol |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6688 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2980 mm |