1983 Nissan Patrol vs. 1982 Porsche 930
To start off, 1983 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 776 kg more than 1982 Porsche 930.
Because 1983 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Patrol | 1982 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Patrol | 930 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |
