2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1985 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 23 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Patrol (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1985 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Bantam | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2980 mm |
