1982 Nissan Patrol vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1982 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Crown 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 23 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 629 kg more than 1975 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Crown. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Patrol | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Crown |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2700 mm |
