2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1986 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 817 kg more than 1986 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-250 | 1986 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-250 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2980 mm |