2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1987 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 20 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 949 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1987 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2980 mm |
