1982 Nissan Patrol vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 181 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.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Patrol. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1982 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1982 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Patrol | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrol | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2893 mm |
