1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 368 kg more than 1983 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1983 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol. 1983 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Avanti Avanti | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Avanti | Nissan |
| Model | Avanti | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
