1982 Nissan Patrol vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 27 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, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 383 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
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, 1982 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Patrol | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Patrol | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |
