1984 Nissan Patrol vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 21 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 492 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1984 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Patrol. 2005 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1984 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1984 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Patrol | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patrol | Passat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2690 mm |
