1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1980 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 825 kg more than 1969 Pontiac GTO.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Patrol | GTO |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 6549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2950 mm |
