1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 30 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, 2010 Peugeot 307 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 834 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 307.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Peugeot 307. 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 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Patrol | 307 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1391 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |
