1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 33 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 510 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Patrol | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2852 mm |
