1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (280 HP) has 194 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1790 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica. 2012 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Celica | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
