1983 Nissan Patrol vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 26 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 153 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Kyron.
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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Patrol. 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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. 2009 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Patrol | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Patrol | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2750 mm |
