1984 Nissan Patrol vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1984 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Nissan Patrol | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Patrol | Carina |
Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |