1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 980 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Laguna. 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, 1980 Nissan Patrol (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna. 1994 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1980 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1980 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Patrol | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2720 mm |
