1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 27 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 7 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 918 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 207. 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 2007 Peugeot 207. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Patrol | 207 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |
