1982 Nissan Patrol vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1986 Subaru XT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 797 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Subaru XT. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Patrol | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Patrol | XT |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2470 mm |
