1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 31 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, 2011 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Accent. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Patrol | Accent |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2499 mm |
