2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 1983 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1983 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 299 kg more than 1983 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Patrol | 1983 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Patrol | Telstar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4758 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2520 mm |