1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 1995 Toyota Century
To start off, 1995 Toyota Century is newer by 15 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 275 kg more than 1995 Toyota Century.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 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, 1995 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol. 1995 Toyota Century 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. 1995 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 1995 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Century |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1800 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 |
