1984 Nissan Patrol vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 24 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, 2008 Nissan Sentra (141 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 998 kg more than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1984 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Sentra. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Patrol | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2690 mm |
