1982 Nissan Patrol vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 22 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 820 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota RAV4. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Patrol | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |
