1982 Nissan Patrol vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 26 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Patrol. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1982 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1982 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Patrol | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Titan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3560 mm |
