1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2001 Panoz AIV is newer by 21 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 895 kg more than 2001 Panoz AIV.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Panoz AIV. 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, 2001 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Nissan | Panoz |
| Model | Patrol | AIV |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2660 mm |
