1981 Nissan Patrol vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum is newer by 18 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, 1999 Opel Signum (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 989 kg more than 1999 Opel Signum.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Signum. 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, 1999 Opel Signum (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Patrol | 1999 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Signum |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2580 mm |
