1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 2007 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Auris 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Auris (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 715 kg more than 2007 Toyota Auris.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Auris. 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, 2007 Toyota Auris (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Nissan Patrol | 2007 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Patrol | Auris |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |