1960 Nissan Patrol vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corona is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Nissan Patrol (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 815 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1960 Nissan Patrol (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona. 1980 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1960 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1960 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Patrol | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Corona |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
