1984 Nissan Patrol vs. 1997 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1997 Nissan Maxima is newer by 13 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 730 kg more than 1997 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1984 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Maxima. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Nissan Patrol | 1997 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Patrol | Maxima |
Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |