1981 Nissan Patrol vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 17 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, 1998 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 700 kg more than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Camry. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Patrol | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Patrol | Camry |
Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2680 mm |