1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Toyota Tundra is newer by 23 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 355 kg more than 2003 Toyota Tundra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol. 2003 Toyota Tundra 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. 2003 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Nissan Patrol | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Patrol | Tundra |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3270 mm |