2008 Ford GT vs. 1985 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Ford GT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 555 kg more than 2008 Ford GT.
Because 1985 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford GT. 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 1985 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2980 mm |
