1984 Nissan Patrol vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 1995 Porsche 965 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 605 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965.
Because 1984 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 965. 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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Patrol | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Patrol | 965 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2270 mm |
