1981 Nissan Patrol vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 1991 Porsche 928 is newer by 10 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 5,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (345 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 475 kg more than 1991 Porsche 928.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Porsche 928. 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Patrol | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Patrol | 928 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |
