1982 Dodge 600 vs. 1982 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 1982 Dodge 600 and 1982 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 910 kg more than 1982 Dodge 600.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Dodge 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge 600. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge 600 | 1982 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2980 mm |
