1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 815 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Nissan Patrol | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Patrol | Corolla |
Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2470 mm |