1983 Nissan Patrol vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 22 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 153 kg more than 1983 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Patrol. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Patrol | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrol | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2860 mm |
