1972 Mazda 818 vs. 1987 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1987 Nissan Patrol is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 818 | 1987 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 818 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2980 mm |
