2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Ford Ranger.
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 Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | Patrol |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2980 mm |