1982 Nissan Patrol vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 31 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, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 816 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Subaru BRZ. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Patrol | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Patrol | BRZ |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2570 mm |
