1983 Nissan Patrol vs. 1997 Nissan President
To start off, 1997 Nissan President is newer by 14 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 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 186 kg more than 1997 Nissan President.
Because 1983 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan President. 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, 1997 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Patrol. 1997 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Patrol | 1997 Nissan President | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | President |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3040 mm |
