1984 Nissan Patrol vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 22 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Patrol.
Because 1984 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Highlander. 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Patrol | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2720 mm |
