1983 Nissan Patrol vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1985 Toyota Model F is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 776 kg more than 1985 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Model F. 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, 1983 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Patrol | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Model F |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2240 mm |
