1982 Nissan Patrol vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 21 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 580 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Patrol | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2640 mm |
