1982 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1133 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Nissan | Maserati |
| Model | Patrol | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2299 mm |
