1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 29 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 725 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Nissan Patrol | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Patrol | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2860 mm |