1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1988 Nissan Patrol is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 615 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Avanti | Nissan |
| Model | Avanti | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2980 mm |
