1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 1975 Toyota Century
To start off, 1980 Nissan Patrol is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 310 kg more than 1975 Toyota Century.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Century. 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, 1975 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 1975 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Century |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2870 mm |
