1981 Nissan Patrol vs. 1965 Porsche 912
To start off, 1981 Nissan Patrol is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1965 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Porsche 912. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Porsche 912. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Patrol | 1965 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Patrol | 912 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2220 mm |
