1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 25 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 860 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 206. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Patrol | 206 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2450 mm |
