1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 723 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sportage. 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol. 2011 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1980 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1980 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Patrol | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2639 mm |
