1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 1982 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1982 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 715 kg more than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Coronet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Coronet | 1982 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Coronet | Patrol |
Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3690 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2980 mm |