1982 Nissan Patrol vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 150 kg more than 1982 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Patrol | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Patrol | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 500 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 | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1676 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2855 mm |