1981 Nissan Patrol vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 23 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, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 762 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. 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) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 1981 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Patrol | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrol | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2470 mm |
