1981 Nissan Patrol vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Matrix (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 790 kg more than 2013 Toyota Matrix.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Matrix. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Patrol | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2600 mm |
