1981 Nissan Patrol vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 32 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 196 kg more than 1981 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Patrol. 2013 GMC Sierra 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. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Patrol | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Patrol | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3378 mm |
