2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1985 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol.
Because 1985 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-450. 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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 666 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 1985 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-450 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2980 mm |
