1960 Nissan Patrol vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1992 Toyota Sera is newer by 32 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 16 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 900 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera. 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 1992 Toyota Sera. 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) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Patrol | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Sera |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
