1982 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 28 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, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1002 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Rio. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Patrol | Rio |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2499 mm |
