1981 Nissan Patrol vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 27 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 745 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Patrol. 2008 Toyota Tundra 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. 2008 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Patrol | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Patrol | Tundra |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 4190 mm |