1981 Nissan Patrol vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 22 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, 2003 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 660 kg more than 2003 Seat Altea.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Altea. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea. 2003 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1981 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1981 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Patrol | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Patrol | Altea |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2580 mm |