1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 786 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrol | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2651 mm |
