1982 Nissan Patrol vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1982 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Patrol | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrol | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |
