1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 640 kg more than 2003 Xedos 9.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Patrol (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Nissan | Xedos |
| Model | Patrol | 9 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2760 mm |
