1981 Nissan Patrol vs. 1985 Porsche 924
To start off, 1985 Porsche 924 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 924 (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 858 kg more than 1985 Porsche 924.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 924. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 924. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Patrol | 1985 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Patrol | 924 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |
