1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 695 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Patrol | 911 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2451 mm |