2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Aerostar 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) has 166 more horse power than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 81 kg more than 2009 Nissan Patrol.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Patrol | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Patrol | Aerostar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4758 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 88 HP |
Torque | 425 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3030 mm |